Overview
Explore the amazing life of one of the world’s busiest waterways! This Primary Source Reader tells the story of the Mississippi River and other important U.S. waterways. The Mississippi and Other U.S. Waterways • Details the geography, history, economics, and civics of the Mississippi Valley • Excites students with vibrant images and maps • Covers both physical and cultural geography with the “Map It!” activity • Includes a glossary and index, meaningful discussion questions, and other instructional tools to help students expand their social studies skills The Mississippi River has flowed for millions of years, and today it provides people with food, water, and transportation. This teacher-approved book offers students the chance to dive into the rich history of U.S. rivers, including the history of native peoples along riverbanks. With grade-level text and plenty of engaging text features, this Around the United States reader gives students a thoughtful inside look at major U.S. rivers and waterways.
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